Toronto, ON – It is expected that federal cabinet will release its decision on Enbridge’s Northern Gateway pipeline and tanker proposal today at 4:00 p.m. ET. Environmental Defence spokespeople will be available to comment on the decision. Environmental Defence raised awareness about the risks of this proposal, and the government’s aggressive attempt to try to convince Canadians that the risky project is in the “national interest,” while smearing those opposed to it – including citizens, environmental groups and First Nations. WHAT: Interview opportunities on Northern Gateway decision WHO: Environmental Defence’s Executive Director, Tim Gray and Hannah McKinnon, National Program Manager WHEN: June 17, 2014 (4:10 p.m. onwards) About ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE (www.environmentaldefence.ca): Environmental Defence is Canada’s most effective environmental action organization. We challenge, and inspire change in government, business and people to ensure a greener, healthier and prosperous life for all. -30- For more information or to arrange an interview, please contact: Naomi Carniol, Environmental Defence, 416-323-9521 ext 258 ; 416-570-2878 (cell) ncarniol@environmentaldefence.ca